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Title: How does self vs. non-self recognition affect the immune system?
Post by: Clement on Apr 3, 2019

How does self vs. non-self recognition affect the immune system?



Title: How does self vs. non-self recognition affect the immune system?
Post by: Lori734 on Apr 3, 2019

The body needs to recognize its own tissues as "self." If not, the immune system will attack the body's cells, thinking they are non-self, and an autoimmune disorder develops.



Title: How does self vs. non-self recognition affect the immune system?
Post by: Clement on Apr 3, 2019
Thank you for answering so quickly